Toft

Toft is a surname of English origin, derived from various place names in England. The most notable of these is likely the village of Toft in Cambridgeshire, which is derived from the Old Norse word "topt," meaning a homestead or a site for a house.

Historically, the surname Toft has been found in various regions across the United Kingdom, indicating that different families adopted the name from different places named Toft.

The name is associated with individuals of English descent, particularly those with roots in Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas. Like many British surnames, the name Toft has evolved over time due to changes in spelling and pronunciation.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Toft include Thomas Toft, a famous English potter known for his unique slipware pottery created in the 17th century.

The surname Toft continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the family's heritage and connection to their historical roots.

There are approximately 1,890 people named Toft in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,410th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Toft.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Malcolm
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Simon
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Christine
  • Denise
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Katherine
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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